2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Vectra | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |